Lake birding habitat

Lake Herrick

Georgia · Southeast

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Lake Herrick is a productive birding destination in Georgia, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, and Killdeer among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

King Rail

Rallus elegans

4/14/2026Ward Rd.1 observed

Baltimore Oriole

Icterus galbula

4/14/2026( the best little HOORhouse in Georgia )1 observed

Loggerhead Shrike

Lanius ludovicianus

4/12/2026Morton Rd.1 observed

Merlin

Falco columbarius

4/12/2026GA-15 Pulloff at Sandpit Lake1 observed

Tennessee Warbler

Leiothlypis peregrina

4/11/2026Kingswood Trail/McNutt Creek1 observed

American Bittern

Botaurus lentiginosus

4/7/2026UGA Vet Hospital Grounds1 observed

Mississippi Kite

Ictinia mississippiensis

4/7/2026Dupree Street, Lexington, Georgia, US (33.867, -83.105) Private Residences in Lexington Ga.1 observed

Black-chinned Hummingbird

Archilochus alexandri

4/6/2026Athens Home1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

14/14/2026

Mallard

14/14/2026

Great Blue Heron

14/14/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/14/2026

Eastern Phoebe

14/14/2026

White-eyed Vireo

24/14/2026

Red-eyed Vireo

14/14/2026

Blue Jay

24/14/2026

Tufted Titmouse

34/14/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

24/14/2026

Carolina Wren

24/14/2026

Northern Mockingbird

24/14/2026

Eastern Bluebird

24/14/2026

Cedar Waxwing

14/14/2026

White-throated Sparrow

14/14/2026

Eastern Towhee

24/14/2026

Brown-headed Cowbird

14/14/2026

Common Grackle

44/14/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

14/14/2026

Pine Warbler

24/14/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Herrick for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Herrick for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Lake Herrick?
Notable species at Lake Herrick include Canada Goose, Mourning Dove, Killdeer, Pied-billed Grebe, Turkey Vulture. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Herrick?
Birding at Lake Herrick is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Herrick?
Lake Herrick offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.